Providing resources for communities and entrepreneurs to create and retain jobs in Antrim, Charlevoix, Cheboygan & Emmet Counties.

Will Opportunity Zone investing work for me?

February 28, 2020

Northern Lakes Economic Alliance  •  231-582-6482  Buck Love, Business Retention & Growth With 3 Opportunity Zones eligible for investment within the NLEA service area, interest is emerging for more information… read more

MSF actions help create vibrant community spaces, support entrepreneurial programs and promote Michigan as world-class business location

February 27, 2020

Joining Jordan waterfront project continues.

Courtesy of the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) • Community development projects will bring new vitality and economic activity to Albion, Ironwood, East Jordan and Plainwell • Business marketing efforts… read more

MEDC Announces Second Stage Growth Solutions Program

February 27, 2020

Courtesy of Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) Second Stage Growth Solutions Program: The Second Stage Growth Solutions Program is the new name for the collection of services the MEDC offers to second-stage companies… read more

Consumers Energy Foundation Announces “Put Your Town on the Map” Competition

February 27, 2020

Courtesy of Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC)   Consumers Energy Foundation Announces $50,000 in Support for Michigan’s Small Towns in ‘Put Your Town on the Map’ Competition: The Consumers Energy Foundation… read more

How are available sites found?

February 17, 2020

Northern Lakes Economic Alliance  •  231-582-6482   Carly Bortz, Administrative/Communications Assistant Who answers the call when a developer is looking for the perfect site to build on or redevelop?… read more

THE Event of the Year!

February 17, 2020

Northern Lakes Economic Alliance  •  231-582-6482   Jessica Lovay, Community Development & Grants Northern Lakes Economic Alliance (NLEA) is gearing up for the 2020 Annual Lunch. Be part of the largest… read more

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